Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser
With ever increasing happiness and pride being poured into our cars, it is only natural to protect them. The Autowatch Ghost system is a discrete immobiliser that is connected to the vehicle CAN data network and operates through the ECU which is your car's brain..
The device is akin to a pin code on a credit card, does not permit your car to move unless you enter the pin code in a sequence of up 20 presses.
There are no key fobs or LED indicators to reveal its location
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use key fobs or LED indicators so it is virtually undetectable to anyone who gets into your vehicle. The system uses buttons on the steering wheel, the centre console, or door to generate an unique pin code that has to be entered to allow your vehicle to begin. The system can be programmed to require up to 20 press of the buttons before the engine can begin, making it nearly impossible for thieves to duplicate your keys or hack into your vehicle.
Modern car thieves employ professional diagnostic tools to determine what security systems are in place on vehicles. The Ghost, however, does not transmit any signals. Utilizing sophisticated RF scanning, code-grabbing technology, and relay attack techniques, criminals can identify what kind of security system is fitted to your vehicle. They can then disable your vehicle's security system by altering the alarm or immobiliser.
In contrast to other immobilisers on market It is unique in that the Ghost is integrated in your vehicle's CAN data network, which means it is near impossible to hack or bypass. The system is compatible with newer models that do not have key fob security. It also works on electric vehicles in the majority of cases and will even stop the vehicle from going into "service valet mode".
If it is installed by one of our certified engineers, we provide a TASSA confirmed guarantee to give you the peace of mind your installation is safe and of the highest standard. TASSA is a non-profit organization which maintains and improves standards in the security of vehicles industry and ensures that all of their approved installers have completed DBS checks and are fully certified, insured, and trained to install the Ghost. You will also receive a Ghost emergency card, installation certification and owner's manuals. This will also make your vehicle eligible for a significant reduction in the cost of insurance. This is because your vehicle is less likely to be taken away and your insurers will have a much easier time recovering.
No Circuit Cuts
The Ghost is an immobiliser CAN bus that will protect your vehicle more than any other. It's not connected to LED indicators or key fobs however, it communicates directly with the vehicle's CAN system. It then blocks the ECU and prevent the engine from running until a specific PIN has been entered via the steering wheel or dash buttons (brand dependent). This makes it impossible for thieves to tamper with the system using relay attacks or any other method.
The system has an Service and Valet mode that is activated when the vehicle is in garage for servicing, or valet parking. This allows the vehicle to be started while it is being repaired without having to give keys or the pin code, however it the system automatically shuts down when the vehicle is in your possession.
The Ghost is a more secure option for classic, sports or prestige automobiles that must be isolated from the battery while parked for extended periods of time. It is also undetected by modern RF scanning and code grabbing technology, making it difficult for thieves to bypass or hack.
If you are looking for a complete package of vehicle security that can not only protect against key-cloning, but also track your vehicle in the event that it is stolen, we suggest one of our S7 tracking systems. They are compatible with Ghost to provide you with peace of mind. All of our installations are carried out by a fully trained, skilled and insured TASSA approved installer and you will receive full demonstrations of the product prior to handing it over with owner's manuals, installation certification and a Ghost emergency card.
Contact us to receive an estimate and book for having a Ghost installed on your vehicle. Making an advance booking is generally more efficient than waiting until last minute, which is when we are extremely busy. We'll always aim to get you booked as soon as we can.
No Scanning RF
Many thieves use sophisticated equipment to clone car keys and steal cars. These systems can be located on the internet and they require little knowledge to operate. The Ghost immobiliser cannot be detected by these devices since it does not depend on the scanning of RF signals.
Instead the system uses the buttons in your car to create an individual pin code push sequence. This is done using the buttons on your steering wheel, door panels, or centre console. This is also a changeable number and not a PIN like a remote fob which makes it extremely difficult to hack.
The Autowatch Ghost is extremely secure and simple to use. It does not require a smartphone, but can be used with a small waterproof tag or an Apple or Android App (sold separately). You can switch to service mode using your mobile device and then drive away. Then you return the car to valet-mode and turn off your smartphone. This is perfect for classic cars as well as prestige cars that are often serviced by garages of dealers.
Brand-dependent These CANBUS immobilisers can be used with other external security devices like alarms or trackers. This lets the user choose whether or not they want their tracker or alarm to have priority over CAN bus immobilisers. This is particularly useful when you have a Thatcham-approved Tracker, since the tracker will be activated before Ghost is activated.
The CANBUS immobilisers use the cars CAN data bus to stop the codes that are expected to be transmitted to the ECU and BCM controllers using the remote keys that came with it, this stops them from beginning the car or turning on the engine. These systems can be used to provide an additional layer of security for cars with factory remote controls.
If you are looking for the latest level of security for your BMW then the Autowatch Ghost is an ideal solution. It is completely hidden within the wiring, making it nearly impossible to detect. It doesn't rely on any indicators in the form of LEDs or key fobs which helps in avoiding any criminals from noticing its presence in your car.
No Electronics Detected
As a leading Thatcham installer, we install a new, revolutionary product from Autowatch called the Ghost Immobiliser. It effectively blocks Keyless Entry theft or cloning which is on the rise in modern automobiles. It is a covert system that does not use LED indications or key fobs. It makes use of the factory buttons inside your car to generate an individual pin code push sequence. auto ghost immobiliser is required to start or move the vehicle. The car won't move or start unless this sequence is properly entered. A lot of insurance companies require this device to be installed as standard, and it can often result in a reduction of monthly premiums.
It is not required to cut any wires to install it, as it connects to the CAN bus, and functions through the ECU. The unit isn't able to be detected by thieves using high-tech diagnostic tools, and they can't detect the sound of a traditional security device. Ghost Immobilisers can be set to operate in a service mode which allows your vehicle to start without the PIN code. This is beneficial for taking it to garages or a valet parking service. The PIN code may be changed at any time for additional security.
The Ghost II is TASSA-approved, which means that it can only be purchased from installers who are certified. This offers a higher level of security and also ensures that the Engineer who installs it is thoroughly DBS checked as well as trained and insured.
Although not a replacement for an alarm system, we always recommend that you combine it with other physical barriers like crook locks and wheel clamps and, if you can, a hidden GPS tracker such as Meta Trak VTS to provide the highest level of protection available. This is especially important when you've left your keys in the ignition when the vehicle isn't driven. There are many ways to make the driver believe that the keys are still inside the car and allow theft to occur.